These keys for change are the guiding principles of Hope and a Home’s strategic approach to offering low-income families proven and manageable ways to make lasting changes in their lives.

Affordable Housing

• Quality Home Improvement
• Financial Stability
  • Family Budget
  • Rent and bills paid on time Good credit
• Housing goal for the future
  • Action plan
  • Savings
• Move to permanent housing

Higher Education for All

• Schools that fit children’s abilities & needs
• Mentor or tutor
• Enriching summer & extra-curricular experiences
• Prepare for higher education & graduate from high school
• Enroll in & complete college or vocational school

Rewarding Work

• Career Goal
  • Action plan
  • Resume and cover letter
• Prepare for rewarding work
  • Keep current job
  • Improve education and training
  • network and interview
• Find rewarding work with increased income
• Succeed on the job

Family and Community Connections

• Set goals to strengthen family and review progress regularly
• Use community resources
• Manage family life effectively
• Improve physical, emotional, and spiritual health
• Participate in and contribute to the life of the community